Frodo
Allan
FREELANCE FESTIVAL & EVENT MANAGER,
DIRECTOR, DRAMATURG, AND WRITER.
PRODUCING AT EDINBURGH FRINGE AS RHYMES WITH PURPLE.
PERFORMING AS RUFUS ALLAN.
HE/HIM (why is this important?)

photo by RwP Photography
ABOUT
Frodo Allan is an award-winning producer, playwright, and director with over 20 years of experience working across a wide range of genres both in the UK and internationally.
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As a Festivals & Events Manager, Frodo has delivered projects worldwide; from intimate cabaret shows to large-scale festivals. His portfolio includes touring theatre, nightclubs, awards ceremonies, charity spectaculars, and high-profile corporate events.
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He served as Co-Artistic Director of The Glasgow Cabaret Festival (2009–2011) and, for three years, programmed and managed The Cabaret Tent at T in the Park, Scotland’s largest music festival. More recently, Frodo was General Manager of The Kelburn Garden Party, widely regarded as Scotland’s best small music festival. In 2020, he co-directed Fire & Light at The Helix, a night-time walk event attended by over 10,000 people. He continues to create dynamic outdoor and interactive experiences for both family and adult audiences.
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In addition to his work behind the scenes, Frodo is an experienced performer and compère, with a critically acclaimed career as an actor and singer in musical theatre and various bands. His performance background also spans circus and comedy, giving him a uniquely versatile perspective on live entertainment.
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As a playwright, Frodo has written and co-written several plays and is currently developing The Bard Abridged series — contemporary, abridged adaptations of Shakespeare’s works, now available on Amazon.
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Passionate about inclusivity and accessibility, Frodo is committed to making the arts welcoming and open to all. As someone with a ‘hidden’ disability, he actively works to champion underrepresented voices and regularly collaborates with LGBTQIA+ artists and others who face barriers to participation due to cultural background, race, or physical ability.